anamorphosis, anamorphism
(noun) a distorted projection or perspective; especially an image distorted in such a way that it becomes visible only when viewed in a special manner
anamorphosis, anamorphism
(noun) the evolution of one type of organism from another by a long series of gradual changes
Source: WordNet® 3.1
anamorphoses
plural of anamorphosis
Source: Wiktionary
An`a*mor"pho*sis, n. Etym: [Gr.
1. (Persp.)
Definition: A distorted or monstrous projection or representation of an image on a plane or curved surface, which, when viewed from a certain point, or as reflected from a curved mirror or through a polyhedron, appears regular and in proportion; a deformation of an image.
2. (Biol.)
Definition: Same as Anamorphism, 2.
3. (Bot.)
Definition: A morbid or monstrous development, or change of form, or degeneration.
Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition
4 March 2025
(adjective) moved or operated or effected by liquid (water or oil); “hydraulic erosion”; “hydraulic brakes”
The first coffee-house in Mecca dates back to the 1510s. The beverage was in Turkey by the 1530s. It appeared in Europe circa 1515-1519 and was introduced to England by 1650. By 1675 the country had more than 3,000 coffee houses, and coffee had replaced beer as a breakfast drink.
